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Occupational Language Fluency Level 1

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    By - Aznah Damree

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Course Description

Knowledge about clinical language.

Course Outcomes

Clinical language skills.

Course Curriculum

  • 11 chapters
  • 24 lectures
  • 3 quizzes
  • N/A total length
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1 Message of Our Ceo
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1 Meet Maki - AI Lecturer
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2 OLF LEVEL 1 - EBook Modules 1-8 by Laureate
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1 Basic of Clinical English
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The MCL 01 Clinical English Competency course for healthcare professionals teaches the basics of clinical English, a crucial communication tool in the international healthcare workforce. Proficiency in clinical English helps healthcare professionals execute routines, aid in communication, and positively impact patient care. The course also covers common medical terms.


2 Medical Terminology
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This lesson on clinical English competency for healthcare professionals emphasises Medical Terminology, a crucial aspect of healthcare communication. It uses standardised language to describe the human body, conditions, processes, and procedures, ensuring clear communication, preventing misunderstandings, and maintaining high patient care standards. It's essential in the digital age.


1 Introduction to Medical Jargon
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This lesson teaches healthcare professionals how to understand medical jargon in English, a universal language used in the industry. Common examples include 'BP' for blood pressure, 'CABG' for coronary artery bypass graft, and 'MI' for myocardial infarction. Misinterpreting jargon can lead to misunderstandings and patient harm.


2 Understanding Medical Jargon
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This lesson focuses on understanding medical jargon in English-speaking clinical settings, which can lead to confusion and difficulty in daily interactions. Misuse of jargon can cause confusion and save lives. To improve understanding, engage in reading, learn about jargon roots, and practice conversation.


1 Practical English in Health Care
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Effective communication in healthcare is crucial for reducing medical errors and increasing patient satisfaction. It involves clear and unambiguous messages, understanding body language, and listening to others. Techniques include speaking directly, being aware of non-verbal cues, and using simple language. Addressing challenges like complex terminology and being calm and professional are essential. Effective communicators create a positive work environment and reduce medical errors.


2 Patient Interaction Skills
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This lesson emphasises the significance of English language skills in patient interaction in healthcare settings. It emphasises the need for empathy, clear communication, active listening, and clear explanations of medical terms and procedures. It also suggests using language aids like translation services or visual diagrams to overcome language barriers.


1 Understanding Medical Literature
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This lesson emphasises understanding medical literature, a crucial skill for healthcare professionals. Key points in medical literature help dilute essential information and apply it to real-world situations. Practical strategies include focusing on research paper structure and clinical trial reports. Continuous practice and refinement are essential for professional careers in healthcare.


2 Analysing Medical Literature
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This lesson focuses on analysing medical literature, which is essential for healthcare professionals to make informed decisions and provide quality patient care. It covers various forms of medical literature, including research articles, review articles, and case reports. The lecture emphasises understanding the structure, evaluating methodology, interpreting results, and forming conclusions based on findings.


1 Dissecting Academic Medical Writings
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This lesson teaches healthcare professionals about the structure of academic medical writings, including case studies, review articles, and research papers. It emphasises identifying common phrases and keywords, analysing real research papers, and avoiding common pitfalls like misinterpreting abstracts or methodology. The goal is to equip healthcare professionals with efficient document analysis and key insights.


2 Composing Academic Medical Writings
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This lesson explains the process of composing academic medical writings, focusing on in-depth research, abstract, literature review, methodology, data collection protocol, and findings. It emphasizes proper formatting, conclusion, bibliography/reference, revising, editing, and proofreading to ensure accuracy. Mastering this process requires understanding, continuous practice, and learning from others' work.


1 Assessing Communication Effectiveness
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This lesson focuses on assessing English communication effectiveness in healthcare settings. It highlights the importance of clear and precise terminology, cultural awareness, active listening, and non-verbal cues. Real-life case studies are used to analyse communication practices and identify areas for improvement. The module aims to equip healthcare professionals with strategies to improve English communication in healthcare, with upcoming videos discussing solutions and real-world experiences. Reading materials from renowned healthcare journals is also provided.


2 Enhancing Communication in Healthcare
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This lesson focuses on improving English communication in healthcare settings, emphasizing its importance in patient care and professional collaboration. Strategies include understanding the audience, using clear language, using visual aids, active listening, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and reducing ambiguity of medical jargon. These strategies promote openness and two-way communication in international settings. The next assignment will involve a quiz and additional reading materials.


1 Active listening in Healthcare 1
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This lesson emphasises active listening skills in healthcare, highlighting their importance in patient care. It emphasises the need for practice, patience, and the ability to recognise distractions. The module will explore 'Demonstrating Active Listening Skills' through interactive scenarios and practice, aiming to enhance patient care, satisfaction, and safety outcomes.


2 Active listening in Healthcare 2
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This lesson emphasises active listening as a crucial skill in healthcare settings. It involves engaging, responding, and acting upon what is being said, creating a trusting environment, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Consistent practice of these skills can lead to more accurate diagnoses and treatments. The next lesson will provide reading and discuss critical thinking in a clinical setting.


3 Critical Thinking
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The lesson emphasises critical thinking, a crucial skill in healthcare. It involves objectively analysing information, making reasoned judgements, and evaluating sources. Healthcare professionals use critical thinking to make informed decisions, ensuring patient health and well-being. Continuous learning, openness to new ideas, and debating with colleagues can help develop critical thinking skills.


4 Creative Thinking in Healthcare
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This lesson emphasises the significance of critical thinking in healthcare, particularly in interpreting complex situations, addressing diverse treatment scenarios, and making ethical decisions. It emphasises the need for continuous development of critical thinking skills, investment in learning, and seeking diverse perspectives. The lecture concludes by emphasising the importance of empathetic treatment planning and understanding patient interactions.


1 Key points
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Critical thinking in healthcare is crucial for understanding patient interaction and treatment planning. Identifying key points from reading materials enhances comprehension and retention. This process involves thorough reading, identifying main ideas, and organising arguments. This skill is applicable in real-world medical scenarios, research papers, and certification exams. It is a transferable skill applicable in various areas of life.


2 Summarising reading materials
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This lesson focuses on summarising reading materials, a crucial skill for efficient learning and clinical practice. It involves reading thoroughly, understanding the main messages, identifying key points, and creating a roadmap. Regular practice helps improve summarising skills. Summarising is essential for healthcare professionals, improving patient care and peer communication.


1 OLF Level 1: Assessment-Section A [Quiz]
25 Min


2 OLF Level 1: Assessment-Section B [Quiz]
3 Min


3 OLF Level 1 Assessment-Section C [Quiz]
5 Min


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